solar power, definition of

Solar Power refers to the act of using the Sun's energy to produce a power source, usually in the form of electricity. This is usually done using solar panels, although it can also be done using a solar mirror/concentrator to heat water to steam to power a turbine.

EcoWho Articles where 'solar power' used:

Home Battery Storage Buying GuideBuying a Solar Home Battery Storage system can be a confusing undertaking, we examine the issues, clear up the confusion and give you useful advice.

Solar Power - hidden costsSolar power is all the rage at the moment, we had a look at some quotes and found it is not as good a deal as it looks.

Online tools where 'solar power' used:

Solar System Savings CalculatorInteractive calculator to help work out the savings from installing a solar power system and when it breaks even. Can factor in Feed in Tariffs, rising electrical bill costs and comparative investment returns.

Solar Power CalculatorCalculate the power solar panels will generate each season based on latitude or nearest town or city worldwide. Also works out off grid energy savings of going solar powered..

Solar System Savings CalculatorInteractive calculator to help work out the savings from installing a solar power system and when it breaks even. Can factor in Feed in Tariffs, rising electrical bill costs and comparative investment returns.

Describes an object which is either solely or completely powered from the Sun. It may require direct Sun light to work or stores the solar energy in a battery to use later, such as solar powered garden lights.